The APDSF is a federation of countries in the Asia Pacific region with representation from its various organisations formed for the betterment of persons with DS. There are three committees which work on a focused agenda: Healthcare, Community Inclusion, and Education.

To help persons with Down syndrome in the region lead meaningful and productive lives and make them an integral part of society rather than being at the sidelines as they are today. To take the best practices in the field of DS research – collaborate, collate and disseminate it amongst the region so that they are in touch with cutting edge technology throughout.